INSIGNIA NS-SB316 Soundbar Home Theater Speaker System with Bluetooth User Guide

June 16, 2024
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INSIGNIA NS-SB316 Soundbar Home Theater Speaker System with Bluetooth

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PRODUCT

Specifications

  • Standby indicator: Lights when the soundbar is on standby mode
  • Power button and indicator: Press to turn on the soundbar. The indicator turns green. Press again to return the soundbar to standby mode
  • Source button and input source indicator: Press to increase or decrease the volume of the soundbar
  • Sound mode indicator and DSP (Digital Signal Processor) button indicator
  • Hanging brackets: Use to hang the soundbar on a wall
  • SUBWOOFER OUT jack: Connect a powered subwoofer to this jack
  • DC IN jack: Connect the AC adapter to this jack to power the soundbar
  • SOURCE 3 – RCA IN (R and L) jacks: If your TV (or other audio source device) has RCA OUT jacks, connect the RCA cables to your source devise and these jacks
  • SOURCE 2 – AUX IN jack: If your TV (or other audio source device) has an AUX OUT or headphone jack, connect the 3.5 mm audio cable to your source device and this jack
  • SOURCE 1 – OPTICAL jack: If your TV (or other audio source device) has an Optical OUT jack, connect a digital optical cable (not included) to your source device and this jack
  • Mute button: Press to mute the sound from the soundbar. Press again to restore the sound

Product Usage Instructions

Connecting the Soundbar

Look at the back of your source device, such as a TV, DVD/Blu-ray player, or cable box, to identify your audio OUT ports. Choose one connection option below that fits your audio source. You can connect several devices and switch the sound source as needed.

Caution

Turn off or unplug all devices while you are making connections.

Note: If you mounted your soundbar on a wall, you must use the included right-angle cable connectors for the AUX IN or RCA cable connections.

Audio Quality

JACK TYPE (on source device) CABLE
Digital optical cable (not included) PICK ONE
3.5 mm audio cable (included) GOOD
RCA audio cable (included) GOOD

Digital connections (BEST)

  1. Connect one end of the digital optical cable (not included) to your soundbar
  2. Connect the other end to the Digital Optical Output port on your audio source device
  3. Change the device’s audio output to ‘PCM’ format (typically found in Audio Settings). Refer to the documentation that came with your audio source device for more information.

TV or DVD/Blu-ray player – Digital optical cable (not included)

3.5 mm connection (GOOD)

  1. Connect the right-angled connectors of the 3.5 mm audio cable (included) to your soundbar
  2. Connect the other end to the headphone jack or AUX OUT port on your audio source device

RCA connection (GOOD)

  1. Connect the RCA audio cables (included) to your soundbar
  2. Connect the other end to the RCA OUT ports on your audio source device

FAQ

  • Q: Where can I find the user guide online?
  • A: You can find the user guide online at www.insigniaproducts.com. Click on Support & Service, enter NS-SB316 in the box under Manual, Firmware, Drivers & Product Information, and click.

PACKAGE CONTENTS

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FEATURES

Top view

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Back view

Remote control

# DESCRIPTION FUNCTION
1 Standby indicator Lights when the soundbar is in standby mode.
2 (Power) button and indicator Press to turn on the soundbar. The

indicator turns green. Press again to return the soundbar to standby mode.
3| (source) button and input source indicator| Press repeatedly to cycle through the available sound sources:

•  Source 1 – Optical

•  Source 2 – AUX IN

•  Source 3 – RCA

•  – Bluetooth

Indicates which source is selected to provide sound for the soundbar.

4| Sound mode indicator and DSP (Digital Signal Processor) button| Lights to indicate the DSP sound mode selected:

•  Standard – Lets you enjoy the normal sound.

•  Theater – Best for enjoying movies. Bass frequencies are enhanced.

•  News – Select for clear voice reproduction.

Press repeatedly to cycle through the available DSP sound modes (Standard>Theater>News).

5| VOL +/– buttons| Press to increase or decrease the volume of the soundbar.
6| BASS button and indicator| Press to activate the bass frequency enhancement. The indicator turns green. Press again to turn off the bass frequency enhancement.
7| Hanging brackets| Use it to hang the soundbar on a wall.
8| SUBWOOFER OUT jack| Connect a powered subwoofer to this jack.
9| DC IN jack| Connect the AC adapter to this jack to power the soundbar.
10| SOURCE 3 – RCA IN

(R and L) jacks

| If your TV (or other audio source device) has RCA OUT jacks, connect the RCA cables to your source device and these jacks.
11| SOURCE 2 – AUX IN jack| If your TV (or other audio source device) has an AUX OUT or headphone jack, connect the 3.5 mm audio cable to your source device and this jack.
12| SOURCE 1 – OPTICAL

jack

| If your TV (or other audio source device) has an Optical OUT jack, connect a digital optical cable (not included) to your source device and this jack.
13| (Power) button| Press to turn on the soundbar. Press again to put the soundbar into standby mode.
14| SOURCE buttons| Press to select the sound source for your soundbar:

•   Source 1 – Optical    • Source 3 – RCA

•   Source 2 – AUX IN    • – Bluetooth

15| DSP buttons| Press to select the Digital Signal Processor (DSP) sound mode:

•   Standard    • Theater   • News

The corresponding indicator on the soundbar top panel lights to indicate the sound mode selected.

16| (Mute) button| Press to mute the sound from the soundbar. Press again to restore the sound.
17| VOL +/– buttons| Press to increase or decrease the volume of the soundbar.
18| BASS button| Press to activate the bass frequency enhancement.

CONNECTING THE SOUNDBAR

Look at the back of your source device, such as a TV, DVD/Blu-ray player, or cable box, to identify your audio OUT ports. Choose one connection option below that fits your audio source. You can connect several devices and switch the sound source as needed.
Caution: Turn off or unplug all devices while you are making connections.
Note: If you mounted your soundbar on a wall, you must use the included right-angle cable connectors for the AUX IN or RCA cable connections.

AUDIO QUALITY JACK TYPE (on source device) CABLE
BEST Digital optical cable (not included)
GOOD 3.5 mm audio cable (included)
GOOD RCA audio cable (included)

PICK ONE

Digital connections (BEST)

  1. Connect one end of the digital optical cable (not included) to your soundbar.
  2. Connect the other end to the Digital Optical Output port on your audio source device.
  3. Change the device’s audio output to ‘PCM’ format (typically found in Audio Settings). Refer to the documentation that came with your audio source device for more information.

OR

3.5 mm connection (GOOD)

  1. Connect the right-angled connectors of the 3.5 mm audio cable to your soundbar.
  2. Connect the other ends of the 3.5 mm audio cable to the Audio Output port or headphone jack on your audio source device.

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OR

RCA connection (GOOD)

  1. Connect the right-angled connectors of the RCA audio cable to your soundbar.
  2. Connect the other end of the RCA audio cable to the Audio Output ports on your audio source device.

Note: Make sure that the cable ends match the colour of the ports.

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CONNECTING A SUBWOOFER (OPTIONAL)

  • Connect one end of the subwoofer cable (not included) to the subwoofer and the other end to the soundbar.

CONNECTING THE AC ADAPTER

Cautions

  • Make sure that the electrical outlet matches the AC adapter’s input requirements of 100-240 V, 50/60 Hz before connecting.
  • Use only the AC adapter provided.
  • Plug in the AC adapter only after all other connections have been made.
  1. Connect the AC adapter to the DC IN jack on the back of the soundbar.
  2. Plug the other end of the AC adapter into a power outlet or surge protector.

CONNECTING YOUR SOUNDBAR USING BLUETOOTH (OPTIONAL)
Pairing your devices

  1. Turn on your soundbar.
  2. Place your Bluetooth device within 30 ft. (10 m) of your soundbar.
  3. Select Bluetooth as the input source by pressing the (Bluetooth) button on the remote control or the (source) button on the soundbar. The blue Bluetooth indicator on the soundbar blinks slowly.
  4. Navigate to your device’s Bluetooth settings, turn on Bluetooth, and then search for available devices. For additional information on pairing your device, refer to your device’s documentation.
  5. On your Bluetooth device, select “NS-SB316” from the device list. Repeat steps 3-4 if “NS-SB316” is not displayed.
  6. If a PIN code is requested, enter “0000.”
  7. When pairing is completed the Bluetooth indicator on the top of your soundbar lights solid blue.

Notes

  • Some devices, such as an iPhone, connect immediately after pairing, other devices, such as notebook computers, may ask you if you wish to connect. In this instance, the Bluetooth indicator continues to blink until a connection is established.
  • When you turn on your soundbar, it automatically connects to the last connected device if that device is in range. To connect to a different paired device, turn off Bluetooth or unpair from the currently paired device and manually connect to the other paired device.
  • When a call is received while playing music through a phone, the music stops automatically.
  • When the call ends, depending on the setting of your phone, the current track may resume playback.

Disconnecting your devices

  • Turn off the Bluetooth function on your device.

Note: For more information about using Bluetooth, see the online User Guide.

POSITIONING YOUR SOUNDBAR

  • Set the soundbar on a flat surface, then go to Step 6.
  • Mount it on the wall
    For mounting instructions, see the included template

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USING YOUR SOUNDBAR

Using the remote control

  1. Remove the plastic tab from the battery compartment before using the remote control for the first time.
  2. Point the remote control directly at the IR sensor on the front of the soundbar. You must be within approximately 23 ft. (7 m) of the soundbar.

Note: An Insignia TV remote can control your soundbar’s volume. If you do not have an Insignia TV and want to program a universal remote, see your online User Guide for more information.

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Listening to your soundbar

  1. Press the (Power) button to turn on your soundbar or remote control. The power indicator turns green.

  2. Turn on the audio source device connected to your soundbar and begin playback.

  3. Press the button on the soundbar repeatedly to cycle through the sound sources or press the source button on the remote control until you hear sound from your soundbar.
    Note: If you use the OPTICAL IN connection, change the source device’s audio source to ‘PCM’ format. Refer to the documentation you received with the audio source device, such as your TV, for additional information.

  4. Adjust the volume on your soundbar or the audio source device to a comfortable level.
    Warning: Continuous use of high-volume sound may permanently damage your hearing.

  5. Press the (Power) button again to turn off your soundbar. The standby indicator lights are red.

TROUBLESHOOTING

Check this list for a possible troubleshooting solution before calling for service:
1-877-467-4289 (U.S. and Canada) or 01-800-926-3000 (Mexico) Also, check the online FAQs at www.insigniaproducts.com.

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FOR MEXICO
The operation of this equipment is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this equipment or device may not cause harmful interference and (2) this equipment or device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

WARRANTY

ONE-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY

CONTACT

INSIGNIA is a trademark of Best Buy and its affiliated companies. Distributed by Best Buy Purchasing, LLC ©2016 Best Buy. All rights reserved.

References

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